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Thomas Galloway, Sr, 81, of Riesel, passed away Thursday, July 18, 2024 surrounded by his loving wife and family.
Visitation and Viewing: 6 to 8PM Tuesday, July 23 at Lake Shore Funeral Home.
Thomas was born September 9, 1942 in Temple. He was raised by his parents, Leon and Dana Galloway. Thomas was preceded in death by his twin brother, Leon “Lee;” and younger sister, Sharon.
He is survived by his wife of 58 years, Connie “Sweet Pea,” the most precious person in his life. His dedication and devotion to her was unconditional. Her “Lowey” thought of her above all. Even in sickness to the day of his passing, he would say “Take care of Mommy.”
He was the proud dad to three children, Dana “Dana-do” Mitchell, Thomas “Bo” Galloway, Jr. (wife Jennifer), and Kimberly “Buggy” Bilbrey (husband Chris).
He was the blessed grandfather and great-grandfather to six grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren: Lauren “Loreo,” Brittaney “Britt Brat,” Morgan “Montgomery,” Carson “Carson Man in a Frying Pan,” Madisyn “Tay,” Miya “Tiggs,” Matthew “Boo Boo,” Taylor “Tay Tay,” Colton “Colt,” Rhett “Wreck It Rhett,” Dylan “Pickle,” Greyson “Grey Grey,” and Jaxson “Jack Jack.”
Though most of his years were spent in Riesel, the start of his married life with wife and children began in New York. Later they moved to Washington state. He loved salmon fishing. There was nothing like his fresh right-out-of-the-water smoked salmon. He was an incredible fisherman. He was also a volunteer fireman / EMT. He was a Naval Vietnam Vet and also served in the Navy and Army Reserves.
Thomas was an avid reader, mostly Westerns. He spent most of his time working his land. He had a soft spot in his heart for animals. So the plan for a working farm developed into a farm with many, many pets. All with names such as: Petula the Pig, Josh the Bull, General Lee the Mule, Cooter the Lucky/Hard Case Bull, Henny Penny & Roosey the chicken coop outcasts and for many years, Red Dog, the faithful family companion. He loved sweets more than anyone we knew- ice cream, cookies, cakes, and especially his daughter-in-law, Jennifer’s cinnamon rolls. Aside from his sweet tooth, he loved his Sweet Pea’s cooking with her spaghetti & meatballs being his favorite.
His humble spirit and sweet smile will never be forgotten and will be forever missed.
Place of Service: Lake Shore Funeral Home , 5201 Steinbeck Bend; Waco, TX 76708
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Our brother in the Lord has always held a special place in RD Stephens and my hearts. The many years we spent together laughing and sharing life experiences will always be memories that light up life for me. I can just see in my minds eye, Tom and Ronnie “talking it up” eternally with God shaking his head with laughter.
Many prayers and much love to you and your family.
I WORKED WITH TOM AT LIPSITZ TRUCKING FOR SEVERAL YEARS > STILL HAVE FOND MEMORIES OF HIM !!! I USED THE NICKNAME SLIM WHICH ALL THE DRIVERS KNEW ME BY > GREAT MAN IN SO MANY RESPECTS !!! CONNIE MIGHT REMEMBER ME > WE WERE THERE AT ONE TIME WITH SEVERAL OTHERS BUT I CAN’T REMEMBER THE OCCASION .
Our prayers are with you dear old friend! Gary and I have very fond memories of ya’l. Good times sharing the Lord and good food together while attending church together with 1st Church and Bro Fuller in Waco
My condolences to the family, very sorry to hear that
Thomas Sr. has passed away.